The Hong Kong Monetary Authority published a public scam alert after receiving reports of fraudulent websites, fake internet banking login screens, phishing emails and other scams linked to press releases from The Bank of East Asia, Shanghai Commercial Bank and Chong Hing Bank. The alert covers fraudulent websites and internet banking login screens affecting all three banks. The HKMA reminded the public that banks will not send SMS or emails with embedded hyperlinks directing customers to bank websites to carry out transactions, and will not request sensitive information such as login passwords or one-time passwords by phone, email or SMS. Individuals who have provided personal information or conducted transactions in response to the scams were advised to contact the relevant bank using details in its press release and to report the matter to the Crime Wing Information Centre of the Hong Kong Police Force.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority 2025-12-12
Hong Kong Monetary Authority issues scam alert over fraudulent banking websites and phishing targeting three banks
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority issued a scam alert about fraudulent websites, fake internet banking login screens, and phishing emails linked to The Bank of East Asia, Shanghai Commercial Bank, and Chong Hing Bank. The alert emphasizes that banks will not send SMS or emails with embedded hyperlinks for transactions or request sensitive information via phone, email, or SMS. Affected individuals are advised to contact their bank and report to the Hong Kong Police Force.